About

Jamie Palmer, DPT, SCS, ATC, received his Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) from the University of Florida and also completed a residency in sports physical therapy from St. Luke’s in Boise, Idaho. His background includes working with patients and athletes of all ages and skill levels, from middle school to professional athletes. He is a board-certified sports specialist who has a particular interest in the rehabilitation of athletic injuries to the hip and knee, as well as prolonged concussion symptoms. Jamie has a passion for optimizing sports performance and improving quality of life through a hands-on and individualized approach; implementing the best evidence from the worlds of medicine, rehabilitation and strength and conditioning. He currently is a part of the medical staff at Bloomington Jefferson High School and travels as a part of the medical staff with US Soccer National teams.

His interests outside of work include playing all sports, especially hockey, getting outside, exploring the country and spending time with friends and family.

Education

Residency in Sports Physical Therapy, St. Luke’s, Boise, ID  (2018)
Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT), University of Florida (2017)
Bachelor of Science (BS) in Athletic Training, University of Wisconsin-Madison (2013)

Professional Certifications

Board Certified Sports Specialist (SCS) by the American Board of Physical  Therapy Specialties (ABPTS)
Impact-Trained Physical Therapist (ITPT) Certification
Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC) by the Board of Certification (BOC)
Certified in Blood Flow Restriction by Owens Recovery Science

Professional Affiliations

American Physical Therapy Association (APTA)
American Academy of Sports Physical Therapy (AASPT)
Team Physical Therapist: US Soccer National Teams (2018 – Present)
Physical Therapist: Bloomington Jefferson (2019 – Present)

Achievements & Awards

U17 USMNT Medical Staff member for the 2019 U17 World Cup in Brazil